Modern pantries have evolved from the "butteries" of the old West, and now have a wide range of shelving options available to home owners. Not to be confused with normal kitchen cabinetry, the pantry is often used as a storage area for dry, or canned, foods that do not require refrigeration or constant use. This storage space usually takes on the appearance of a closet filled with food items and the occasional cleaning tool. However, it is the design and manipulation of space that allows each pantry to be unique, as well as hold varying amount s of food items. Pantry shelving system is the ubiquitous choice when first considering how to properly divide pantry space into effective and efficient means of storage.

The easiest meal for me is spaghetti and my family loves it, so you will always find spaghetti fixings in my pantry -- either the ingredients to make sauce or pre-made sauce, noodles and parmesan cheese (fridge storage). As well, I keep some ground chicken or sausage in my freezer to add to the sauce or serve on the side to accommodate the meat haters in my family. I actually like to keep pantry staples for several possible meals at the ready "just in case." I always have a jar of pesto, mushrooms, pasta, macaroni and cheese, refried beans, canned chicken, tuna, peanut butter and jelly, cans of fruit, kidney and/or pinto beans for chili, and usually a smattering of "cream ofs" are in there too. Thats how you want to think when stocking your pantry. Think about the foods your family likes to eat and meals made in a hurry -- stock those items as you can afford them. Your pantry staples may differ, but should meet your familys unique tastes.

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The metal pantry shelving systems, are usually based on long, open, and metal shelves designed to be easily installed with only a few screws, and are the best option for installation beginners. Wooden shelves for the pantry can be found in all varieties of natural fibers, including Oak, Pine, Maple, and even Bamboo. These are a little more difficult to install, as they require some carpentry skills, but can be personalized to fit any style of existing kitchen decor. Plastic units are pre-casted, require no installation, and offer limited personalization.

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Function - First in the Pantry It does not matter how large or small your pantry is, but FUNCTION needs to be your first consideration. Here are a few functional tips for organizing your pantry: * Just like organizing any room in your home, a pantry should be planned to save time, energy, efficiency; and therefore, money! * Your pantry should be well-lit so that you can see all areas. * Make your pantry efficient for you. It should be located centrally in your home. Either in the kitchen or a hall closet that is relatively close to your work area. If needed, it is perfectly fine to create multiple pantry areas. If doing this, just remember to organize each space so that the items needed in the kitchen are in the kitchen, cleaning supplies separate from food, and bedding and bath linens are near your homes bedrooms and bathrooms, and so on.